A candle of Love

A poem about a man who finally finds true love after years of loneliness

                                            A Candle of Love

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Before there was a darkness

So deep it rendered black

My soul was lost in sadness

My heart a withering wreck

 

Lost upon the sea of loneliness

Life drifted on weary tides

I was searching for an island

By stars that failed to guide

 

The world was full yet empty

My voyage was always alone

Thus I was seen but never heard

The seeds of solitude sown

 

No tree of life took root for me

No leaves of fawn did grow

Without summer light or springtime warmth

In an endless winters throw

 

Then just beyond the horizon

When I thought my journey done

An angel’s voice took notice

And led me towards the sun

 

At last I felt a steady course

On the ocean of regret

And my night gave up its shadows

Whilst in breaking dawn we met

 

A kindred heart afloat it seemed

Like ships that pass at night

Quiet sails without a heading

Now At last both found unite

 

And when we placed our feet ashore

On the Isle we’d sought and yearned

We found our names written in the sand

By a higher power we learned

 

So although we could not see it

In the dimness of our minds

A hand controlled the tillers

Through the tempest of mankind

 

He holds a golden lantern

And commands the skies above

His light will shine amidst the storm

By a candle born from love

 

Will Neill 2018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

             

                       

                                   

                        

                     

 

             

                       

                                                              

    

                                 

                                  

                                 

                         

                       

                         

                        

                     

 

             

                       

                        

Author's Note

I hope you enjoy my poem and remember there is always someone out there just like you-go find them.

Reviews

[Kathy Van Kurin]

'A candle of Love'
Will Neill,
Oh yes this cries out in the darks and lights, sun and shadows. As I read this one of yours I was reminded of how our lives retain the memory of pain but yet that is why the joy is so real. It was interesting how the time of struggle is still honored but the love is also all the more beautiful. I loved it.
Blessings, Kathy

[Cherrie Palmer]

Most elegant and brightly layered with hope. A true love story.

[Will Neill]

Cherrie you a very kind Thank you. Will

[Samuel Dickens]

This is some excellent writing, Will. Perhaps some of your best. With great rhymes and splendid wording, you tell a tale of hope.

[Will Neill]

thanks Sam-how have you been, keeping well I hope.Will.

[Samuel Dickens]

I'm really feeling my age, slowing down and not doing near as much as I'd like. I could use a nurse, but only if she's pretty.

[Rye]

This is a beautiful write, I enjoyed this. Wonderful flow and so poetic

[Will Neill]

Thank you Rye. I am happy you liked it;Will

[Tate Morgan]

Very well done Will Neill Nice to meet you i am Tate

[Will Neill]

Thank you Tate, I think we've crossed paths before.Will

[Tate Morgan]

Thats possible I come and go anymore Dont remember many of the friends I once had here

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

This poem is like a calm ocean. The layers are multifold, its depths profound. It speaks to those who listen. Beautiful!

[Will Neill]

Linda thank you, I'm so sorry I haven't done so sooner.Will

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

Your soul is beautiful and your talent great. I am in awe....

[Will Neill]

thank you Queenie.Will

[Tiana]

I love poems with happy endings. Beautifully written, Will. Enjoyed it very much. Aloha from my island :)

[Will Neill]

Thank you Tina
Will

[Kelly Scheppers]

How I wish you would write more poetry! This was quite enchanting to read, Will. The message infused within it was indeed palpable and stirring as well.

[Will Neill]

Thanks Kelly. I will write more I promise.
Will

[Kelly Scheppers]

...yessssss! ; )

[Chris Shaw]

Beautiful poetry which gives hope to those who think they will always be lonely. Your words flow like a stream and are nicely rhymed. A treat to read Will Neill. Thank you for a very enjoyable read.

Chris

[Will Neill]

Chris thanks-there is always someone for each of us, we just need to find them.Will